Medicine information
Uses & overview
AZATHIOPRIME 50 contains Azathioprine 50 mg, a medicine belonging to the thiopurine immunosuppressant class. It works by reducing the activity of the body's immune system. Azathioprine may be prescribed for certain autoimmune and inflammatory disorders, including conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis. It is also used under specialist medical supervision as part of treatment following organ transplantation to help prevent the body's immune system from rejecting the transplanted organ. Regular treatment with AZATHIOPRIME 50 may help control excessive immune activity and maintain remission in appropriate patients. The medicine should be taken consistently according to the treatment plan prescribed by a healthcare professional. Because azathioprine suppresses the immune system and may affect blood-cell production and liver function, regular medical monitoring and blood tests are important during treatment. Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver and kidney function and may consider factors such as TPMT or NUDT15 activity when determining treatment.
How to use
Take AZATHIOPRIME 50 Tablets exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water. Take it at the prescribed time and dose. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on your medical condition, response to treatment, body weight, and other medicines you may be taking. Do not increase, reduce, or stop the dose without consulting your doctor. If you miss a dose, follow your doctor's or pharmacist's advice. Do not take a double dose to compensate for a missed dose. Regular blood tests may be required during treatment to monitor blood-cell counts and liver and kidney function. Tell your healthcare professional about all medicines, supplements, and vaccines you are taking.
Storage
Store AZATHIOPRIME 50 Tablets according to the storage instructions provided on the product packaging. Keep the tablets in their original packaging and protect them from excessive heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Keep the medicine out of the reach and sight of children. Do not use the tablets after the expiry date or if the packaging is damaged.
